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Hello all! Since we are all back to school now, I thought I'd hit some points you might want to share with your friends about the benefits of martial arts training! Did a little research here and found the following article about it and wanted to share it with you. Here goes:

Exercise such as martial arts positively impacts children andadolescents' academic performance, according to the Journal of Pediatrics. The University of Madrid conducted the three-year study, which included 2,038 individuals aged 6 to 18. As physical fitness improves individuals' health, it also positively affects the brain. This study indicated exercise can enhance students' ability to perform well in school.

Physical exercise improves academic performanceResearchers found that motor ability, cardiorespiratory capacity and muscular strength all play a role in benefiting students' academic performance. In fact, motor ability is strongly associated with academic development. Irene Esteban-Cornejo, MSc, Autonomous University of Madrid stated high levels of cardiorespiratory and motor fitness had the ability to decrease the risk of school failure.

TIME magazine indicated intellectual programs coupled with physical exercise can play a major role in impacting students' success in school. In addition, TIME also pulled from other studies that show effective heart and lung function leads to better blood flow in the brain. Therefore, this can enhance cognitive abilities.

Martial arts can help students achieve better gradesGiven this study, it's crucial for young individuals to engage in physical fitness. There are various ways to motivate students to exercise. KidsHealth, a children development advice site, suggested parents, teachers, coaches and mentors highlight how exercise can be a fun activity. Kids have to enjoy exercising to stay committed. In addition, it's best for students to participate in a sport that is aligns with their age and interests. If this is not prioritized, a child or adolescent may be bored and quit.

However, when students enjoy the activity, they are more likely to stick with it. KidsHealth stated when children and adolescent practice a skill, they feel accomplished. This is especially true when their efforts are recognized.

Martial arts includes both aerobic exercise and motor tasks, which is an ideal exercise for children and adolescents. As children participate in martial arts classes, they have a better chance of reaching their academic potential.

About Tiger-Rock Martial Arts InternationalTiger-Rock Martial Arts s a National franchising company providing health, skills and fitness training through its franchisees’ Martial Arts programs for members of all ages. Our programs enrich their personal and professional lives in many ways. Tiger-Rock programs are a blend of modern sport science, the latest research, and hundreds of years of martial arts tradition to provide you with the most effective experience available.